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Free dash and knob kit with your order

You will need to select a dash and knob kit with this receiver to achieve a complete vintage look:

Retrosound makes kits with faceplates and knobs that match the interiors of a wide range of classic vehicles. Please enter your vehicle information to find the faceplate kit for your classic car. If your vehicle doesn't appear in our database, call us at 1-888-955-6000 so we can find the right kit for your dash.

Old school looks, new technology

Retrosound's Model Two digital media receiver brings the modern world to your vintage vehicle. Now you can cruise in style and still enjoy iPod® control, Bluetooth® hands-free phone calls, and other amenities. Retrosound designed the Model Two receiver to mount in almost any classic car, using an ingenious adjustable shaft system that adapts to any dash opening. And the Model Two is available in black, chrome, ivory, black/chrome, or chrome/black, so you'll have a perfect match for your classic car's interior. (Note: this receiver does not play CDs.)

Hands-free calling and digital sound

The Model Two looks like an old-fashioned radio, but it offers all the modern conveniences. You can talk hands-free or stream audio programming to the receiver with your smartphone, and you can connect your iPod or USB thumb drive to the two rear USB ports. You'll find two auxiliary inputs on the rear of the receiver for other sources, like a satellite radio tuner. The Model Two also offers excellent AM/FM reception, and will display song titles from any radio station that's broadcasting text information.

Installation options

This Retrosound receiver features three sets of preamp outputs that make it easier to add amps and subs to your vehicle. You can adjust your bass from the driver's seat using the subwoofer level controls and variable low-pass crossover. Here's another cool feature that Henry Ford never could have imagined — you can choose from 32,000 backlight colors so the adjustable-angle LCD display will look just right in your dash.

Free vintage-look screen protectors included

Your RetroSound Model Two includes three clear plastic screen protectors with old-school "radio dial" numbers. They'll add style to your receiver while still allowing you to see the digital numbers behind the graphics. They're easy to apply, they look great, and they'll help prevent scratches and everyday damage. You'll get three distinct designs that blend right in with your car's interior.

iPod/smartphone note: If you're going to use your iPod or smartphone with this receiver, be sure to check "Details" for compatibility information.

Other features and specs:

Why replace your factory radio?

Two good reasons - sound quality and cool features. A new car stereo offers power that's superior to most factory radios, along with more sophisticated tone controls. And most car stereos offer built-in or optional features that add safety and fun to life in your car, including inputs for your iPod or MP3 player, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free cell phone calls, satellite radio or HD Radio reception, and connections for building an audio system in your car.

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Shaft-Style Radio

Infinimount Shaft/Bracket System: The Infinimount Shaft/Bracket System
allows you to mount the Model 2 radio in a variety of classic cars. This is because
the shaft-knobs are not mounted to the unit, but instead connect to the unit via
a harness so you can space the radio's shaft knobs at various distances
(0.3125"-2.1875") from the
chassis of the
radio, using the supplied side-mount brackets. You
can move these brackets forward or backward and move them in any direction. You
can even cut, trim, or bend the brackets if needed. This shaft-style radio is a
true problem solver for tough to fit applications due to its unique bracket
system combined with small mounting size.

Available Installation Kits: There are multiple vehicle
specific faceplate & knob kits available (sold separately), as well as an
universal faceplate that fits the Model 2 which allows you to use the integrated
break away tabs to modify all aspects of height & width of the plate, and even
drill in your own shaft holes to fit virtually any car.

Note: The RetroSound Model 2 does not come with a faceplate or shaft-knobs. A
universal mounting kit or vehicle specific mounting kit will be needed for
installation. Click
here for a list of available installation kits.

Variable-Color LCD: The RetroSound Model 2
features variable color display illumination. You can choose from one of 32
preset colors, have the unit scan through all 32 preset colors continuously, or
customize your own color (RGB; 0-9). The custom setting allows you to
individually adjust the intensity of Red, Green, and Blue (from 0-9) to better
match your vehicle's interior lights. You can also adjust the brightness of the
display from High or Low. The unit's front-panel display offers an enhanced viewing angle
and is daylight compatible. The LCD will display clock, audio settings, tuner
stations, and song/artist information from discs, USB, and iPod/iPhone.

Variety of Sources

Built-in Bluetooth: The RetroSound Model 2 is equipped with built-in
Bluetooth (HFP/A2DP/AVRCP) allowing you to make and receive phone calls
wirelessly through the receiver; as well as stream music wirelessly from your
Bluetooth-enabled smartphone to the head unit. Before using your Bluetooth
enabled device, it must be paired to the Model 2. You can only pair one device
at a time with this unit. Once paired, when your Bluetooth device is in close
proximity to the RetroSound receiver, the auto connection function automatically
connects the two units. The Model 2 is compatible with most Bluetooth enabled
mobile phones, including the Apple iPhone, Blackberry, and Android smartphones.

Hands-Free Communication: The Model 2 allows for wireless
communication between the head unit and your Bluetooth enabled cell-phone.
You can answer an incoming call from the head unit's front-panel control
knobs. Incoming phone call information will be displayed on the unit's
front-panel LCD and your music will be pause or muted. You will still use
your phone to dial a phone number and then the call will transfer to the
RetroSound radio. Use the included external microphone to speak into during
your phone conversation, while the other party will be heard through your
vehicle's speakers.

Wireless Audio Streaming: The Model 2 also allows you to play
back stored music and music apps from your Bluetooth-enabled phone or
personal music player using a paired Bluetooth connection. Playback controls
included Play/Pause, Stop, & Next/Previous Track. This unit does not display
song/artist information from Bluetooth audio devices.

Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may
not support all features when used with the RetroSound Model 2.

Dual USB Ports: The RetroSound Model 2 features two USB
(type-A) ports connected to its rear chassis by a 40" pigtail. The USB ports
enable connection of portable USB mass-storage class (MSC) devices; such
as your Android smartphone, portable digital audio player, or USB thumbdrive.
Once you've connected your compatible USB device, the Model 2 will find your
songs instantly and automatically start playing them. You will be able to
control basic playback functions of your music files such as Play, Pause, Skip
Track, Intro Scan, Repeat Track, and Random. This unit supports MP3 (128 kbps +)
and WMA (64 kbps +) in format FAT and FAT32. The unit can recognize a maximum of
999 songs/files (files will be read in order of creation and not alphabetically
or numerically). The Model 2 also supports ID3-tags/WMA-tags for song/artist
information. USB portable audio players that can be charged via USB will
be charged when plugged into the receiver's USB port (max. 0.5A), and the
vehicle's ignition switch is set to ACC or On.

Note: You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub or Multi-Card
Reader to this unit.

iPod Direct Connection w/ DAC Bypass: Either rear-panel USB
port can act as an iPod/iPhone high-speed direct connection when used with the
USB/iPod cable that came with your iPod/iPhone. The USB connection allows your
iPod/iPhone's stored music and music apps to be loaded instantly to the unit and
sound quality to be maximized through the head unit's 1-bit D/A converter. The RetroSound Model 2 supports
audio playback of stored music or music apps, music navigation, information
display, and charging of select iPod/iPhone models.

iPod Control: You can control your connected
iPod/iPhone from the head unit's front-panel control knobs. You can browse
your iPod/iPhone's music by Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Genre, Composer,
or Podcast. In addition, you can activate Repeat playback modes
(all/track). Most iPod/iPhone device's clickwheel or touchscreen will be
locked during connection (Apple devices w/ iOS 6.0+ will stay unlocked).

iPod Display: The Model 2 will display your
iPod/iPhone's music file information from stored music. The head unit will display Track number, Elapsed playing time, Artist
name and Song/Album title.

iPod Charging: The unit's USB connection provides 0.5A
of current to power and charge your connected iPod/iPhone when your
vehicle's ignition switch is set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position. This unit
does not charge the iPad. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery
charge, then the unit will not recognize it.

iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The RetroSound Model 2 is
"Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model
features (as of 7/31/2013):

Apple Device

Generation

Tested Version

Media Type

Control Type

Display Type

Bluetooth

Charge

Audio

Video

Head Unit

iPod/iPhone

Artist/Song Text

Track Info

Phone

Audio

iPhone

2G

3.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

3G

4.2.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

3GS

5.1.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

4S

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

5

6.1.4

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

Y

touch

1st

2.2.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

2nd

4.2.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

3rd

5.1.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

4th

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

5th

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

nano

1st

1.3.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

2nd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

3rd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

4th

1.0.4

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

5th

1.0.2

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

6th

1.2 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

7th

1.02 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

classic

80GB

1.1.2

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

120GB

2.0.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

160GB

2.0.4

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

video

5th

1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

N

Y

iPad

1

5.1.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

N

2

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

3

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

4

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

mini

6.1.3

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

Y

N

Y

N

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Dual Auxiliary Inputs: The universal shaft-style receiver features
two 3.5mm auxiliary inputs connected to the rear chassis by 7" pigtails. The Aux
inputs provide a connection for portable external audio sources
such as a MP3 player or CD player.

RDS AM/FM Tuner: The Model 2 features a built-in RDS AM/FM
tuner. The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information
such as artist & track information when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.
The unit's tuner features 3 FM bands and 2 AM bands. A total of 30 AM/FM presets
can be stored manually or automatically. Select between Local and Distant
settings can aid in listening to weak FM radio stations or compensate for
stations that have too strong of a signal. This unit's
tuner can be set to USA or European tuning.

Subwoofer Control: When the subwoofer RCA output is active,
you can adjust the output level (0-12) of the sub output. You can also set the
low-pass crossover to 80, 120, or 160Hz.

Equalizer: The Model 2 features the following preset EQ curves
(Classic, Pop, Rock, or Off) to customize your music listening. The Off mode
activates a 3-Band EQ which lets you adjust Bass, Midrange, & Treble manually.

3-Band EQ

Frequency

Level

Bass

60, 80, 100, 200 Hz

-7 to +7

Midrange

0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.5 kHz

-7 to +7

Treble

10.0,
12.5, 15.0, 17.5 kHz

-7 to +7

XBAS: This function boosts bass & treble at low listening volumes, and
should be turned off at higher listening levels.

Balance & Fader Control: The Balance adjustment function allows you to
adjust or pan the stereo sound from the left or right; this is helpful to
compensate for the position of the driver in relation to the speaker locations.
Adjustment range is 0 to 12. The Fader Control allows you to fade the sound from
the front pair of speaker to your rear pair of speakers. Adjustment range is 0
to 12.

Turn-On Volume: You can set the Model 2 to power-on to the
same volume level (0-46) every time, or let it default to the last volume when
turned off.

Key Beep: When this function is enabled, every knob turn or button press
will output a beep tone.

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Very nice product

This unit is a little difficult to install because it is made to fit a variety of vehicles. It does take a while to get everything adjusted correctly but one everything is "tuned", it fits nicely. I really enjoy having a factory look with all of the modern options.

Retrosound Model Two

I bought this radio to keep the vintage look with modern features. Adding aftermarket air conditioning limited the available space behind the stock opening in the dash to about 3 inches of depth. The optional extension cable allows the radio face and controls to mount in the stock location, while the main unit can be mounted elsewhere. I am still under construction (mocking every thing up), and haven't got my truck wired yet, so can't comment on the ease of use, or sound until later. So far, I'm pleased with the fit and look of the radio.

Pros:Fits my stock location perfectly, even with aftermarket air conditioning crowding the space behind the dash, and looks good too.

Cons:When you use the optional extension cord to mount the face and controls separate from the main unit, you will still need to get 2 flat wire phone handset cords and couplers to connect the control knobs to the main unit. They are hard to find since now days, most are coiled cords. I believe they should have been included with the extension cord. I would gladly pay more for the extension, if they were.

Retrosound Model Two

This is the third Retrosound radio I have purchased. They fit very well with no modifications to the openings in my '55 Chev pick-up, '70 Chevelle Convertible & '56 Chev truck. This particular one is in my '56 Truck.

Just what I was looking for

This unit had everything I needed, and skipped the CD/tape (old media) I didn't need ...just installed into a fresh project on a classic car, will have to work out noise issues if they arise, but that can be expected. Works well with BT audio and Amplified speakers ...good to hide USB and 3.5mm jacks in glovebox for future connections on long trips

Pros:Great for Classic Car

Cons:Sensitive to engine noise, but with filters can be addressed (would happen with any unit)

Cons:1. Filler panel that makes the radio fit the dash hole is chromed plastic. It scratches easily so you've got to be careful with it. Should be chromed metal.
2. When power is disconnected from the unit, the radio loses all it's settings including the radio presets. I have a cutoff switch on my battery and that is going to be an annoyance.
3. Can't turn power switch off to cut bluetooth connection.
4. Directory display when playing mp3's off of USB drive is poor.
5. Gets hot if not using amp

Retrosound Model 2

Fit our 1967 Ford F250 (one year radio/dash design). Without truck modifications! (Even though it's not "recomended)". We just used the flat, universal faceplate. Easy to install and hook-up.

Pros:Fit the truck and had the extras we were looking for. Does not look like a new radio in an old truck.

Cons:Knobs did not fit. Poor quality. One set did not fit over the control shafts. Have not contacted company yet but we're sure they will fix the problem. A lot of different button movements to memorize but with all the options we're sure any radio built to look "old" would have the same problem.

Retro Sound Model 2

I was very happy with the ease of instillation in my 1971 Chevelle SS. The way I did it was to measure the spacing on my old radio and cut the brackets and attach the posts to match. It fit in very nice. I had to trim the corners of the face plate and radius the corners but it was no big effort with a pedestal disc sander. The ease of matching to my iphone 5c was a joy. The auto programming for the radio is great. The only problem I had was the knobs are for a 1970 radio. I had to ask for knobs that were a closer match, and Crutchfield sent them to me. So far I am astisfied.

Retrosound 2

Love the product overall. It looks like the original system for my '79 El Camino. The only issue I have is that it is not easy to get set up and use. But once operational, it has worked extremely well.

Pros:Looks and sounds great. Has multiple features that make the "original look" system up-to-date.

Cons:It is difficult to get set up. Haven't had it installed very long, I hope as I get use to it, it will become easier.

retro sound model 2

This unit was very easy to install and was far superior to my previous after market vintage sound that mounted in my camaro. the blue tooth sound feature was a pleasant surprise and negated the need for a ipod attachment cord.

Terrific

It seems the possibilities are limitless. While as others have said these take some patience to install, the effort is worth it. If you have a classic and want a period look with a capable receiver this is it. I installed this in my 76 Triumph TR6 and it looks original. I used the kit for Fiats, as you're given a black faceplate with chrome edge.

Pros:unlimited installation possibilities, great features, classic look
GREAT customer service. I received a bad faceplate and these folks took immediate action. Great company.

Cons:while easy to put together. It will take you some time to get everything just right for your car. If you have an existing radio in there you could put them side by side to set up the new one and save yourself a few trips in and out of the dash. I DON'T even really consider this a CON.

Retrosound Model Two

This radio shipped directly from Retrosund. First, Retrosound uses UPS, who takes ten days to ship from Vegas to FL. Then, the thing didn't work and I had to return it to Retro (two days and twelve dollars). Retro claims they fixed it, and put back on UPS, who now takes another ten days to reship. So now, a month after ordering the Model 2, and I still don't have it, and thus am unable to write a review, much less listen to the thing.

Retrosound Model Two

Wanted a radio for a restored 1985 Chevy truck and did not want to cut the dash to install a new one. The Retrosound Model Two radio fit like a glove in the dashboard without any modifications. Looks good and sounds great!

Really Great Product

Because this unit is infinitely adjustable it take a little time to get it set up just right. Setting the center to center of the posts is pretty quick, but it was an iterative to get the depth just right. The instructions were a little unclear on the use of the various bushings and washers... Once installed it sounds great the interface with my ipod is intuitive and FM reception better than expected with an aftermarket hidden antenna.

I had my doubts...

I had my doubts about buying this, but my original 75 Beetle Blaupunkt Radio couldn't provide me what I wanted, even though I had an auxillary connection wired into the back so I could plug in my cell phone. I listen to a lot of talk radio and only digital tuning could really lock it in for me. This Model Two is amazing. Now I have 2 aux, 2 usb, and Bluetooth. - It kinda looks in the pictures like it's made of cheap materials, but now having one I see how wrong I was. It's very tough, and with a lot of patience and carefulness I used the ample setup kit to have it installed in the dash perfectly, and solid. I spent about 2 hours to get it exactly right. The electrical connections were clear and easy. I'm especially a stickler when it comes to the wiring. I solder and shrink tube everything. - I give this Retrosound my highest recommendation.